... to rekindle the enthusiasm. Mine arrived today, with "Goldsmiths University of London" emblazoned across the top, saying I've been awarded the 'Certificate in Foreign Language Proficiency - Japanese'.

Naughtily, there's no mention of the fact that it was in effect a beginner's course. So, very impressive, I thought.

Meanwhile, the Year 2 course began some weeks ago, but has been in danger of folding, as there are only just enough students to make the course viable. I've missed the class two weeks in a row, due to work, and just hope it's still there when I turn up next week.